9 day trip to Costa Rica

The best of Costa Rica

Days, including the transportation, local tours, some meals, hotels, taxes and first class personalized service at unbeatable rates. La Fortuna, Monteverde and Santa Elena and the Pearl of the Central Pacific, Manuel Antonio.

9 day package

DAY 1:

Arrival in Costa Rica. We will meet you at the airport, from where our guide/driver will bring you to Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna. Arrival in Arenal, check in at the hotel and in the evening, after a guided volcano tour, there are also entrance fees to the Tabacon Hot Water Springs with dinner included. Overnight in Arenal.

DAY 2:

Breakfasts. Tour included. Explore the fantastic tropical wetlands of the Cano Negro Wildlife Reserve. The 14000 hectares comprised in the preserve protect hundreds of species of wildlife, including abundant bird species, caimans, crocodiles, all kinds of reptiles, amphibians, mammals and insects. You will explore the reserve by boat, accompanied by a local bilingual naturalist guide. Caño negro is located only 1 hour from La Fortuna. A delicious lunch and beverages along the trip are also included in the price. We will also pick you up from the local hotel in Arenal and bring you back in the afternoon. Overnight at the hotel in Arenal.

DAY 3:

After breakfasts, we will transfer you in an exciting Jeep – Boat – Jeep transfer to the Cloud Forests of Monteverde, crossing the amazing Lake Arenal by boat. Afternoon arrival. In the later afternoon, we will take you on the Monteverde Night Tour, a nice tour to explore the Cloud Forests at night and see what creatures inhabit the forests at night. This trip is definitely something else. Starting at 5:30 PM, just before sunset, we will first meet at the departure point. After a short introductory presentation, we will start our night adventure trip into a large farm and forest, in search of the local wildlife that is alive during the nighttime. Our guide will accompany the group during the trip. Species that the visitor might encounter include night birds, snakes, amphibians and reptiles in general, perhaps occasional coyotes, porky pine, tarantulas, sloths, coati mundis, raccoons, armadillos and much more. This is one of the people`s favorite trips in the area. Transportation from and back to the hotel is also included. Overnight in Monteverde.

DAY 4:

After breakfasts, you will enjot three of the best tours in the area in one tour.

Sky Trek Canopy Tour

The Monteverde Sky Trek tour is Monteverde`s longest and highest canopy tour. Located inside the Monteverde Sky Adventure Park, surrounded by breathtaking views and misty cloud forests, the cable network starts high in the mountains. From here, you will descend through the tropical canopy, gliding down from platform to platform. All platforms are made from steel, with the safest security measures and the very best trained guides in the area. Transportation is included from the hotel and also the return transportation is included. The canopy can also be combined with the Aerial Tram trip and the Monteverde Hanging Bridges ( or Sky Walk ). Daily departures.

Sky Tram

Set inside the Monteverde Sky Adventure Park, during this trip you will be able to admire the wildlife that inhabits these tropical cloud forests. Go in search of birds (perhaps see the Quetzal and the famous Bell Bird ) as well as other species of wildlife. The tram will take you high up the mountains. This trip is the ideal excursion for elderly, nature lovers and families with children. Remember, the tram can be perfectly combined with the canopy tour ( Sky trek ) and also with the Sky Walk ( or Monteverde hanging bridges ), which are located inside the Sky Adventure park in Monteverde. Transportation is included in the trip. Daily departures.

Hanging Bridges

The Sky Walk or hanging bridges expand over more than a mile and a half. Accompanied by the local bilingual naturalist guide, you will explore the dense and endless tropical cloud forests from above. See many species of birds, perhaps also the Quetzal and the Bell Bird as well as many hummingbirds, even monkeys, sloths and other species. The longest bridge has a total length of almost 1000 feet. You will come face to face with the upper part of the forest trees, also known as forest canopy), where unique species life, and you will also enjoy fascinating views of the entirety of the cloud forests. Transportation included. Daily departures.

DAY 5

Breakfasts. Today, we will transfer you to Manuel Antonio, National Park and beaches. Arrival and afternoon and evening at leisure to enjoy the beach, the pool or stay in the room or within the hotel relaxing.

DAY 6

Breakfasts included. Day at leisure in Manuel Antonio. Spend time by the pool, enjoy thr beach, take a tour or explore the beauty and lifestyle of the locals. Overnight in Manuel Antonio.

DAY 7

After breakfasts, we will take you whitewater rafting ! Several rivers are open, depending on the Expertise of the clients. The steep mountains and the abundance of rain make Manuel Antonio one of the destinations with the best whitewater rafting rivers in the country. Enjoy this unique and fantastic adventure and nature experience. From Class II to Class IV. The Naranjo River section provides some fast and wild rapids ( Class III – IV ) while exploring the lush scenery, tropical jungles and scenic views. The El Chorro section ( Class IV – V ) located in the upper part of the Naranjo River is yet another tour we operate on a daily basis. A bit more experience is required for this descent. Then there is the Savegre River, ( Class II – III ) a powerful and very scenic river that comes down from the high mountains, ideal for families. Overnight in Manuel Antonio.

DAY 8

Breakfasts and today, during the morning time, we will take you into the famous Manuel Antonio National Park. Our guided national park trip is the best in the area. Explore the trails of the tropical rainforests. Go in search of coati mundis, white faced monkeys, raccoons, sloths and many species of birds. The trail will first take you along the first two most beautiful beaches and later, up a hill through dense tropical jungle. This tour also includes enough time on the beach ( Playa Espadilla ) . The beaches inside the park are surrounded by lush evergreen tropical jungle, a reason why Manuel Antonio has been awarded as among the world`s 25 most scenic national parks. Daily departures and transportation from the hotel also included. Overnight in Manuel Antonio.

DAY 9

After breakfasts, departure back to the airport for the International Flight Departure.

NOTE

We can add or skip tours, include other tours, destinations and choose from a long list of hotels. We are Experts in custom designing trips in Costa Rica. Canopy tours, rafting, tubing, hanging bridges, rainforest explorations and much more available.

PRICE

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9 days Costa Rica package

Arenal and La Fortuna, Monteverde CloudForests and the beaches and national park of Manuel Antonio. This is one of our most popular trips, and there is no need to spend a night in San Jose at the beginning nor at the ending